Relentless Heat Continues Across the U.S.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service produces this weekly report using data and products from the National Water and Climate Center and other agencies. The report focuses on seasonal snowpack, precipitation, temperature, and drought conditions in the U.S.

As the southern U.S. continues to battle record-breaking heat, parts of the West have been experiencing their own blistering conditions over the last week. Many locations across the country have experienced temperatures well above 100°F, and the heat is only expected to continue according to forecasts from the National Weather Service. In addition to excessive heat warnings being declared in multiple regions, the threat of wildfire danger is increased as high heat and low humidity prevail.  Open report>>